{"id":2362,"date":"2012-11-07T10:33:45","date_gmt":"2012-11-07T10:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/delightfull.eu\/blog\/?p=2362"},"modified":"2016-04-07T15:03:07","modified_gmt":"2016-04-07T15:03:07","slug":"top-tips-for-lighting-your-living-room","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.delightfull.eu\/blog\/2012\/11\/07\/top-tips-for-lighting-your-living-room\/","title":{"rendered":"Top tips for lighting your living room"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.delightfull.eu\/en\/heritage\/suspension\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/www.delightfull.eu\/images\/ext-campaign\/article\/dl-heritage-750.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"130\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>We know how important is to light a living room,       turning it inviting,       cozy and \u2013 at the same time \u2013 sophisticated. So we help you choose the best <em><strong>lighting<\/strong><\/em>,   continue reading\u2026<\/p>\n<p>There are always some questions that invade you during this task: is the light balanced? Are there problem areas? What atmosphere will I create?<\/p>\n<p>Let us guide you through the resolution of these problems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You may also like:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/delightfull.eu\/blog\/2016\/04\/01\/living-room-modern-floor-lamp\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\">GIVE YOUR LIVING ROOM A MODERN FLOOR LAMP<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Is the lighting balanced?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"balanced light\" src=\"http:\/\/www.channel4.com\/media\/images\/Channel4\/4homes\/design-and-style\/design-by-space\/living-rooms\/contemporary-living-room-gallery\/9-Ikea-Living-Room-lg_B0.jpg\" alt=\"balanced light\" width=\"500\" height=\"325\"><\/p>\n<p>This is an important question, especially if the room is large, or zoned into different areas (such as a dining area, a lounging area and a home office). What you need to work out is if each part of the room has adequate lighting for its purpose, but ensure that no particular area will overpower any of the other areas, once all the lights are on. Ideally, each different area will have its own pendant and accent lighting.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there problem areas?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"lighting room\" src=\"http:\/\/www.channel4.com\/media\/images\/Channel4\/4homes\/design-and-style\/design-by-space\/living-rooms\/contemporary-living-room-gallery\/35-Heals-Living-Room-lg_B0.jpg\" alt=\"lighting room\" width=\"500\" height=\"325\"><\/p>\n<p>Are there dark corners in your living room that need plus light? Floor and table lamps can be useful in providing pools of light throughout the day and evening and are an attractive way of brightening up darker areas.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>What atmosphere would you like to create?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"atmosphere\" src=\"http:\/\/www.channel4.com\/media\/images\/Channel4\/4homes\/design-and-style\/design-by-space\/living-rooms\/colourful-living-rooms-gallery\/42-Ikea-Living-Room-Design-Lg_B0.jpg\" alt=\"atmosphere\" width=\"500\" height=\"325\"><\/p>\n<p>Take into account the different atmospheres you want to create. That will help you decide how bright the lighting needs to be. \u00a0Overall, it\u2019s worth fitting and buying lights that can be dimmed \u2013 from pendants to table lamps. Most stores sell a range of table lamps now that can be dimmed, just as most sell low energy bulbs that can be dimmed, too. Have you got space for wall lights? They are an excellent way to provide some soft, low-level light, creating atmosphere and warmth.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>In which direction should the light go?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"light direction\" src=\"http:\/\/www.channel4.com\/media\/images\/Channel4\/4homes\/design-and-style\/design-by-space\/living-rooms\/contemporary-living-room-gallery\/18-Cormar-Carpets-Living-Room-lg_B0.jpg\" alt=\"light direction\" width=\"500\" height=\"325\"><\/p>\n<p>So, what do you want to get from the lights? If you want to highlight the height and decorative effects of your ceiling, you\u2019ll want to include uplighters. If you want to properly light a desk area, you\u2019ll need a desk lamp or spotlight. If you want to create a cosy corner, you\u2019ll need a low set or table lamp that throws a soft light just in one area of a room.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>How big is your room?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" title=\"room lighting\" src=\"http:\/\/www.channel4.com\/media\/images\/Channel4\/4homes\/design-and-style\/design-by-space\/living-rooms\/contemporary-living-room-gallery\/12-Camengo-Living-Room-lg_B0.jpg\" alt=\"room lighting\" width=\"500\" height=\"325\"><\/p>\n<p>Getting the proportions of your lights right is just as important as the quality of light they\u2019ll give. Have you got room for a big chandelier, or maybe a compact spotlight will be more suitable? How high is your ceiling? If it is low, then a flush or semi-flush light may be the best choice. For larger rooms with high ceilings, a multi-arm light or chandelier with five or more bulbs would be a good buy.<\/p>\n<p>We really hope you liked our article. 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